Senior Estimator – Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our Data Center team in support of a major hyperscale data center construction program. These projects include large-scale land development new builds retrofits and leased facilities all designed to meet the growing demand for advanced technology infrastructure.

As a Senior Estimator you will play a critical role in developing accurate cost plans and estimates for complex multi-phase projects that involve significant site development and cutting-edge construction methods. This position requires strong analytical skills deep knowledge of estimating practices and the ability to collaborate across design procurement and construction teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support preconstruction budget development including pricing revisions through GMP.
• Develop and refine detailed estimates for hyperscale data center projects across multiple regions.
• Present cost plans and estimates to stakeholders ensuring clarity and alignment with project objectives.
• Manage cost planning from concept through detailed design incorporating land development and new build considerations.
• Deliver updated cost plans at key design milestones and provide program-level estimates for specific scopes.
• Drive value engineering exercises to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising performance.
• Analyze design changes new technologies and construction methods to assess cost impacts.
• Collaborate with design procurement and construction teams to ensure alignment between scope budget and schedule.
• Coordinate estimating efforts with internal teams and external consultants / vendors.
• Mentor junior estimating staff and promote best practices.
• Maintain historical cost data and contribute to benchmarking and cost model development.
• Evaluate cost-effectiveness of alternative materials systems and construction methods.
• Support training initiatives for internal and client-side estimating teams.
• Prepare executive-level presentations for preconstruction and estimating leadership.
• Deliver life cycle cost models and support total cost of ownership analysis.
• Participate in risk assessments and contingency planning related to cost and scope changes.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role and must be adhered to where applicable.

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Remote Work : Yes

Employment Type : Full-time

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Department / Functional Area : Real Estate

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1